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PIKO · 40512 · Locomotives · Diesel

GER: N-Diesellok BR 221 blau beige DB IV + DSS Next18

Scale
N (1:160)
Era
IV
Railway
Deutsche Bundesbahn
Country
West Germany (FRG)
EAN
4015615405122

Market price

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Model

Market

Market status
available
Maker's novelty year
2026

Description

Catalog description
Novelty 2026: Classic BR 221 diesel locomotive in blue and beige livery (DB) for N model railway Era IV With the BR 221 (V200.1), PIKO brings one of the most famous diesel locomotives of the German Federal Railway to N scale tracks. The model impresses with its successful implementation of prototypical proportions, modern LED technology, and excellent running characteristics. Suitable for N scale | LED light change white/red, depending on direction of travel | Next18 interface for easy digitalization | Excellent running characteristics thanks to proven drive technology

Dimensions and compatibility

Scale and track

Track gauge
N · 9 mm

Dimensions

Length over buffers
115 mm

Couplers

Front coupler pocket
NEM 355
Rear coupler pocket
NEM 355

Track and curves

Minimum radius
192 mm

Drive and mechanics

Drive

Traction tyres
2

Electrics and electronics

Factory electronics

Decoder interface
Next18

Lighting

Head lights
Yes
Rear lights
Yes
Direction-dependent lights
Yes

Last change: November 4, 2026